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Find the College that is right for you!

This directory includes information on 275
college programs for students with intellectual disability. You can search by program name,
location, and other keywords. "Advanced Filters" offer more options to narrow your search.

Review these Frequently Asked Questions
for answers to some general questions on college programs, how we gather the information
in the directory, and how to use the features of College Search.

The information included here was submitted to Think College by the
college programs. Being listed here does not indicate or imply a
Think College endorsement. There also may be programs available that
have not reported to us. All programs listed here must be affiliated
with an accredited college or university and serve students with
intellectual disabilities. To let us know about a new program, or to
make changes to a current program listing,
please email thinkcollege@umb.edu.

The purpose of the Transition and Postsecondary Education/Employment: Students, Technology, Relationships and YOU Postsecondary Transition Program (TAPESTRY) is to provide students ages 18 to 26 with a disability a postsecondary college experience to develop self-advocacy skills, social skills, and engages in career exploration that leads to employment in a career field or enrollment in a postsecondary educationsl program. Students earn a UAA... Read more

Missouri State Bear POWER (Promoting Opportunities for Work, Education and Resilience) is an inclusive college program for students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Bear POWER is a two and a half year (five semester) residential program that provides the opportunity for students to continue their education beyond high school. Note that accepted students start in January of each year. All students choose an "area of... Read more

Propel at University of Missouri-Kansas City is a program for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Propel is designed for students to attend full time for two years. Upon completion, students are awarded an undergraduate certificate in Leadership, Employment, and Community Engagement. Propel is a comprehensive transition program and consequently, students in Propel are eligible for Federal financial aid. Inclusive, on-... Read more

SUCCEED is a postsecondary education program for students ages 18-25 with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the University of Missouri- St. Louis (UMSL) that provides inclusive opportunities in academic, social, residential, and vocational settings. Participants engage in ongoing person-centered planning, receive individualized supports and services for academic and social inclusion, and participate in academic, vocational, and... Read more

The THRIVE Program provides a 2-year residential college experience for young adults with intellectual, cognitive, and developmental disabilities, building skills for transitioning from home to independence. THRIVE is a certificate program (not an accredited college degree program). Graduating students will receive a Certificate of Success along with their personal portfolio. Because the curriculum program will be tailored to the individual... Read more

The BELL program enrolls students with intellectual disabilities age 18-26 years old. It is a three way partnership between Roberts Wesleyan College, Monroe 2 BOCES (school age agency), and CP Rochester (adult agency). Academic coaches, peer mentors, and Job Training and Transition Specialist support students in all 3 areas of Earning, Learning, and Living, utilizing a Person-Centered Planning approach. Successful completion of 4 semesters leads... Read more

BRIDGES is an inclusive post secondary education experience for young adults (age 21 or have exited high school) with ID, DD, and ASD. Born of the growing belief that individuals with intellectual or cognitive disabilities have the right to experience collegiate life in a way that is appropriate to meet their need and advance their long-term goals, BRIDGES joins a growing roster of similar program throughout the state and country. It is our goal... Read more

College Steps is a non-profit organization that partners with colleges and universities to support students with social, communication, or learning challenges (including but not limited to students with significant learning disabilities, autism, developmental, or intellectual disabilities), ages 16-26, with their college pursuits. The mission of College Steps is to expand supports for young adults with the functional skills sufficient to... Read more

College Steps (New York) - Program Details

Location:

145 College Rd
Suffern,
NY 10901

Requirements for admission to this program::

College Steps offers college support for students living with social, communication, or learning challenges. We offer programs for three primary categories of students:
1. High school transition students, ages 16-21, interested in gaining college experience.
2. Enrolled college students who are entering into, or already operating within, the college setting but for whom navigating college is challenged by social, academic, or independent living barriers.
3. Students who have exited high school, who are under the age of 26 years, and who are interested in earning a two-year Certificate in higher education.

Admission deadline:

May 1st

Students in this program:

Have graduated or exited from high school

Are still enrolled in high school

Is this program able to provide federal financial aid as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP)?:

CollegeWorks is a 2 year post-secondary program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The goal of the program is employment and independent living upon graduation. CollegeWorks offers dorm like living option for individuals attending the program. Read more

D’Avolio Culinary Institute believes that every student in Culinary Arts deserves an environment to become learners who develop entry level skills including: knowledge, creativity and ethical values necessary in the rapidly changing, culturally diverse culinary, restaurant and catering professions. Overall, the intent of the program is to have experienced industry professionals impart their knowledge, passion, and technical acumen to the... Read more